The narrative recounts the sudden stroke suffered by John, the author's husband, during a seemingly ordinary morning at home. The incident unfolds after an evening spent with family discussing art and politics, starkly contrasting the joy with the impending crisis. Following the stroke, the author faces challenges in the hospital, exposing issues with cleanliness and care due to governmental efficiency cuts. This experience illuminates the personal impact of systemic healthcare failures, underscoring how one moment can shift to reveal profound health realities.
The next morning, John got up before me. I found the contents of the dishwasher jumbled on the table, which was odd for his usual routine.
He looked up at me with the radiant, witless smile of a baby. He said: Da walls.
Ambulance took us to the hospital where they said he had a cerebral accident—a stroke, likely due to years of uncontrolled high blood pressure.
I didn't initially notice the filthy and hot conditions of the geriatric ward I was grateful for, as bed and nurse shortages were prevalent.
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